The White Plague: History of Tuberculosis
3.0
creditsAverage Course Rating
Examination of interrelated scientific, medical, social, and cultural dimensions of tuberculosis from early modernity to the present in various geographical and cultural settings. Extensive reading, research based on primary sources. Juniors and Seniors only. Instructor's permission for all others. Cross-listed with History and Anthropology.
Fall 2012
Professor: Daniel Todes
The best aspects of the course included the enlightening class discussions and the carefully chosen readings, as they tied into the overall subject nicely. The worst aspects of the course included the excessive readings and heavy content that was tightly packed into each class lecture. The course would improve if the selected readings were more focused and condensed. In doing this, there would be more class discussions and lectures on important subject matter. Prospective students should know that this course requires some hefty reading, but those who start their work early-on and engage themselves are sure to be successful in the course. 185